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IFAD Sustainability Profile

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The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is a specialised agency of the United Nations, headquartered in Rome, Italy, with significant operational regions across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Established in 1977, IFAD focuses on eradicating rural poverty and enhancing food security through innovative agricultural practices and sustainable development initiatives. IFAD's core services include providing financial assistance, technical expertise, and policy advice to empower smallholder farmers and rural communities. Its unique approach combines investment in rural infrastructure with capacity-building efforts, fostering resilience and economic growth. Notably, IFAD has achieved recognition for its impactful projects that improve livelihoods and promote gender equality in agriculture. With a strong market position, IFAD has mobilised substantial resources and partnerships, contributing to global efforts in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to poverty alleviation and sustainable agriculture.

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33

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Mean score of companies in the Research Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

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IFAD's score of 33 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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IFAD's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,875,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 122,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 669,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 3,084,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks an increase from 2022, when total emissions were about 2,976,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 74,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 618,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,284,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, IFAD's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions recorded at approximately 1,216,000 kg CO2e in 2021, 1,384,000 kg CO2e in 2020, and a peak of about 6,129,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The breakdown for 2021 included 33,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 595,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 588,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2020, emissions were 32,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 506,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 846,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Despite these emissions figures, IFAD has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The organisation does not inherit emissions data from any parent company, ensuring that its reported figures are solely its own. IFAD's headquarters is located in Brazil, and it continues to engage in climate-related initiatives, although specific reduction initiatives or targets have not been documented.

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Scope 2
1,772,000
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Scope 3
4,171,000
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0,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is IFAD's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. IFAD's primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is IFAD's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for IFAD is in BR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

IFAD's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

IFAD has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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